An unusual and high-profile visit took place today in the Givat Slabodka neighborhood of Bnei Brak, drawing attention from passersby. The Sephardic Chief Rabbi of Bnei Brak, Rav Masoud Ben Shimon, arrived with a small group of close associates to the home of the rosh yeshiva of Slabodka, Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch. The purpose of the visit quickly became clear: to express heartfelt appreciation for Rav Hirsch’s unwavering support for the founding of the new Shiur Alef program at Yeshivas Or HaTalmud.
The initiative to launch a new Shiur Alef at the yeshiva, under the leadership of Rav Ben Shimon, has seen remarkable success, with enthusiastic registration and strong communal backing. In light of this, Rav Ben Shimon, joined by his sons and leading yeshiva figures—Rav David Mizrachi, Rav Yosef Chaim Suissa, and Rav Shalom Sha’ar—went personally to thank Rav Hirsch for his vital encouragement and to receive his brachah for the upcoming zman.
Rav Hirsch welcomed the visitors with great honor and engaged in a meaningful Torah discussion with the Chief Rabbi, showing keen interest in the structure and curriculum of the yeshiva’s new program.
At the conclusion of the meeting, Rav Hirsch offered his warm brachos and shared his joy upon hearing about the yeshiva’s early success. “I’ve heard about the overwhelming response and how many are eager to gain entry,” he said. “Vechafetz Hashem beyadchem yatzliach—may the will of Hashem continue to bring success to your efforts.”
{Matzav.com Israel}